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In Focus: Duchman Family Winery
Backstory: doctors Lisa and Stan Duchman founded the winery in 2004 in a quest to bring world-class winemaking to Texas Hill Country
The team behind each pour: winemakers Dave Reilly and Mark Penna, and viticultural consultant Bobby Cox
Where most of their fruits come from: Texas High Plains
Highlights from their selection: Italian varietals such as Trebbiano, Vermentino, and Tempranillo
Where to sample their goods: the onsite tasting room
How to learn more about their winemaking process: take a tour of the winery
Notable accolade: listed by HGTV as one of the 20 most picturesque wineries in the country
Best way to take advantage of the winery’s scenery: get married in it; the winery has rentable indoor and outdoor spaces for weddings, corporate events, and more

Texas hills unfurl before Wimberley Valley Winery, gently guiding guests to the winery’s stock of wines. Since 1983, the winery’s resident winemaker has created a range of classic varietal wines in addition to offering wines from around the world. While the winemakers weave their magic in the cellar, the remainder of the winery’s staff entertains customers in the elegant tasting room. Here, an expansive stone fireplace steals the attention from sunny yellow walls, and granite counters hide bottle after bottle of wines waiting to be sampled. While tasters sink into cushy leather couches, the staff explains the flavor profiles of wine types and divulge tips for pairing wine with the right food or crazy straws.

For fresh and tasty Mediterranean fare, Bella On The River is a great pick.
Diners with dietary restrictions will appreciate Bella On The River's gluten-free options.
Order a bottle for the table if you like — this restaurant has a full bar stocked with the best wine, beer, and more.
Outdoor dining doesn't get much better than the beautiful patio at Bella On The River.
For no extra charge, utilize Bella On The River's free wifi.
Your pooch is also welcome at the restaurant.
It tends to get especially busy on weeknights, so be sure to call ahead and make a reservation.
No suit, no problem! The dress code at laid-back Bella On The River is ultra casual.
Always five minutes behind schedule? Pick up your food to go instead.
Bella On The River is in a prime location for street parking and parking garages.
Cyclists will also appreciate the plentiful space to lock up their bikes outside the restaurant.
Want top-notch taste for less than top-dollar prices? Bella On The River s mid-range cuisine is sure to satisfy on both fronts, where pennies stretch into perfectly seasoned platters.
Enjoy the Mediterranean fare at Bella On The River for a hearty but refreshing meal.

Led by a professional artist and New Orleans native, the classes at Creole Canvas are designed to be engaging for those with painting experience as well as welcoming for beginners, with no previous experience required. Students sit down in front of a provided canvas and munch on snacks
and beverages they've brought along while the teacher guides them through the steps of creating a work of art. Once they've brushed, daubed, and passionately splattered their pieces to completion, students can take them home to show off.

Jonesing for a cup of your favorite java? Lola Savannah Coffee's got you covered.
Vegan diners will feel at home at Lola Savannah Coffee, a local favorite.
Your large group can all sit together at Lola Savannah Coffee.
Surf the web from your tablet or laptop on Lola Savannah Coffee's complimentary wifi.
Dine out in the open during Lola Savannah Coffee's summer season when patio tables are available for use.
Drift away from stuffy dress-code conventions and dine in comfort at Lola Savannah Coffee.
At Lola Savannah Coffee, you can park quickly and safely in a lot next door.
Bike parking is also available outside the coffee shop.
Major credit cards are accepted as a form of payment, so patrons are advised to charge responsibly.
You can stop by at practically any time, since Lola Savannah Coffee serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
If you need a midday pick-me-up, you can count on the coffee from Lola Savannah Coffee to do the trick.

After 22 years in the air force, Water 2 Wine–founder John McFadden established his first custom winery in San Antonio seven years ago. Already the business has spread as far as Milwaukee to the north and Denver to the west, bringing the country's vinophiles more than 100 wines, each of which are fermented on site and available for tastings every day. Those who want to get more involved in the crafting process may sign up to make their own wine and steep themselves in each step of the operation, from selecting the grape varieties, beginning the fermentation process, withstanding a wait of about 45 days, and finally christening their creation by smashing a tiny boat against the bottle. All custom-made wines are plastered with personalized labels made from one of Water 2 Wine’s templates or images that customers design from the ground up.